Zooming in on cilia sheds light into blinding diseases
Cilia are short hair-like structures found on the surface of most cells. They play important roles in human and animal
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vision
Virtual avatar reveals what the brain likes to see
Opening the eyes immediately provides a visual perception of the world – and it seems so easy. But the process
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Orion shines a light in the dark for the blind
In a dark room inside Baylor College of Medicine, study participants are asked to look at a blacked out computer
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Image of the Month: Neurons in the retina
Brain function is all about connections. In the retina, neurons comprise distinct populations that form precise connections in synaptic
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Image of the Month: Measuring the effects of microgravity on vision
Astronauts have developed ocular changes affecting vision in microgravity, associated with findings suggestive of elevated intracranial pressure (ICP). Currently,
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In focus: Our guiding values
The name Baylor College of Medicine brings many things to mind – pioneering efforts in heart surgery and genetics, strength
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Bad classroom behavior? Examine vision, hearing for your student
Have a student acting out in school? Hearing or vision problems could be driving their behavior.
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